Recall 12V426000: 2011–2012 Trails West Classic, 2011 Trails West Santa FE, 2010–2012 Trails West Sierra
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 30, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 34
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- ODI
The problem
Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc.(Trails West) is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 recreational vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices, due to overheating.
The risk
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
The fix
Trails West will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on September 18, 2012. Owners may contact Trails West Manufacturing of Idaho, Inc. at 1-208-852-2200.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2011 Trails West Classic
- 2012 Trails West Classic
- 2011 Trails West Santa FE
- 2010 Trails West Sierra
- 2011 Trails West Sierra
- 2012 Trails West Sierra
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V426000
- Manufacturer
- TRAILS WEST MANUFACTURING OF IDAHO
- Owner letters
- Sep 18, 2012
- Components
- Equipment:electrical (Other / Unknown)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology